Robert "Bobby Hollywood" Barresi, 69, of Jupiter, Fla., formerly of Sandy Hook, died October 3. Mr Barresi was born on September 14, 1948, in Bridgeport.

He was a retired director from Sikorsky Aircraft, serving the company for more than 35 years. While with Sikorsky, Mr Barresi traveled the world and was instrumental in numerous projects, including Skunk Works, UH-60 Black Hawk, S-76, and the S-92 (CH-148). He was a friend to all and was considered "The Manager" among his friends and family.

Mr Barresi would often jump in on projects and help whomever he could. He had a vigor and lust about life that has not been replicated by many, according to his family. "Bobby Hollywood" will be sorely missed by all.

His three children and their spouses, Peter and Heather Barresi of Sandy Hook, Michael and Carrie-Ann Barresi of Jupiter, and Jacqueline (Barresi) O'Connor and Thomas III of Jeffersonville, Vt.; and grandchildren Ashlyn, Wyatt, Sarah-Kate, Jackson, Charlotte-Ann, and Kennedy survive him.

His father, Philip Barresi, and his mother, Jean (Grant) Barresi, predeceased him.

Calling hours will take place Thursday, October 5, from 4 to 7 pm, at Commerce Hill Funeral Home, 4798 Main Street, Bridgeport.

A memorial service will be conducted Friday, October 6, at 11 am, at St Rose of Lima Roman Catholic Church, 46 Church Hill Road, Newtown. A reception will follow at Sandy Hook Volunteer Fire & Rescue's main station, 18-20 Riverside Road, Sandy Hook.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Sandy Hook Fire & Rescue Company, PO Box 783, Sandy Hook CT 06482, or sandyhookfire.com.

For online condolences, to light a virtual candle, or for additional information, visit commercehillfh.com.